Community Mission
The College Outreach Community leads collaborative efforts between SAME and academia to identify and resolve national security infrastructure-related challenges and supports Post’s efforts to mentor and develop future STEM professionals at the collegiate-level. The community serves as a bridge between academia, Posts, government (military and civilian), and the private sector. The community provides guidance to the network of student chapters across the Society, promotes internship opportunities from SAME sustaining members, and will establish a new engineering competition for students designed to address the nation’s grand challenges.
Overview
The SAME College Outreach Community strives to organize programs and present opportunities to future military and civilian members of the A/E/C profession that will foster networking within their professional community, build leadership skills, and provide job opportunities to recent graduates. Additionally, students with an active membership within SAME have at their disposal a wealth of knowledge and experiences from professionals throughout the A/E/C community of practice.
2025 SAME Undergraduate Innovation Design Challenge
Submissions for the 2025 SAME Undergraduate Innovation Design Challenge are due by February 21, 2025.
Learn more about the student challenge
SAME National Webinars
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Global Leadership Lessons from Detachment November: The Unclassified Story of U.S. Navy Seabees in Diplomatic Security
Lt. Cdr. Timothy Dahms recently published his new book, Detachment November: The Unclassified Story of U.S. Navy Seabees in Diplomatic Security. In this webinar, Dahms will introduce participants to his book and share the story of U.S. Navy Seabees’ missions in the State Department, and share leadership lessons learned from challenging duties as the officer in charge of the Seabees throughout the world. -
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100 Days: A Recap and A Look Ahead
Reflecting on the significant events of the past 100 days, we will highlight the new Administration’s most impactful executive orders and their ramifications for the AEC sector. From travel restrictions to stop work orders and payment halts, the landscape has shifted dramatically, and staying informed is crucial for success. -
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Mission to Build: Opportunities and Challenges of Veterans in Construction
In February 2024, the $1.2 trillion U.S. construction industry (non-residential) had 456,000 unfilled positions, the highest number in the last 20 years. With foundational and unique skills honed through military service, Veterans could excel in the wide variety of available roles. -
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Behind the Bid: How Contractors Make Go/No-Go Decisions and What Makes a Project Worth Pursuing
Have you ever wondered why a seemingly well-planned federal construction project draws limited bids—or none at all? From the contractor’s perspective, the decision to pursue a project involves a complex analysis of cost, risk, competition, and opportunity.